People
2019 FEVS reports on shutdown
Despite furloughs and no pay, agencies reported being well supported.
Digital Government
FCW Insider: Nov. 7
The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.
Digital Government
How to Deal with Smartphone Stress
Ongoing stress—like constant alerts and notifications—can lead to health problems and shorter lives.
Cybersecurity
House Committee to Hold Hearing on the Online Exploitation of Veterans
A veteran, a scientist and representatives from Facebook and Twitter are all set to testify.
Emerging Tech
Despite Federal Efforts, 5.5 Billion Robocalls Targeted Americans in October
Robocallers just keep on robo-calling.
Modernization
NSA says it can collect metadata for encrypted comms
During a hearing to discuss reauthorization for a number of controversial spying authorities, intelligence and law enforcement officials indicated they could sweep up logistical records related to encrypted communications.
Policy
Federal Lawmakers Push '.Gov' Web Addresses For Local Governments
A new U.S. Senate bill comes amid concerns that online criminals can “spoof” the public with fake government websites.
Modernization
Vets Can Now See VA, Private Sector Health Data in iPhone App
Apple’s Health app now integrates with Veterans Affairs’ patient data API, giving veterans access to their medical information on their phones.
Ideas
Analyst, Analyze Thyself!
Analytics professionals spend more time gathering data than they dedicate to analyzing it, according to a recent survey.
Digital Government
Vendors roll with GSA changes
Vendors say they are OK with some of GSA's moves to acquisition interfaces and contract consolidation.
Digital Government
Senate Lawmakers Want to Pop Social Media Filter Bubbles
A newly proposed bill would require large social media companies to give users the chance to opt out of algorithmically curated content.
Digital Government
Justice Department Announces ‘Strike Force’ to Combat Procurement Crimes
The interagency partnership aims to prevent bid-rigging at all levels of government.
Digital Government
FBI adds feature to threat notice system
The FBI has added a new notification capability to its incident reporting platform to spread tips on potential mass casualty suspects.
Cybersecurity
DISA inches closer to CAC alternative
The Defense Information Systems Agency is making strides toward employing a continuous verification capability.
Digital Government
FCW Insider: Nov. 6
The latest news and analysis from FCW's reporters and editors.
Digital Government
Federal CIO: Chief Data Officer Council Is Coming Very Soon
Nearly every agency is employing artificial intelligence in some capacity, and soon they’ll have more support in their efforts.
Modernization
Two-Thirds of Air Force’s $5.5B IT Contract Goes To Small Businesses
The General Services Administration announced 75 awards on the 2GIT contract, which is open to all federal buyers.
Digital Government